Women Relief Organisation
Through humanitarian assistance for relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction, WRO carries out advocacy and training programs on SRHR, HIV & gender justice, strengthens the public understanding on women human sexual+ rights, the relationship between sexuality, development and social justice.
WOMEN RELIEF ORGANISATION
Women Relief Organisation (WRO) is an independent registered women led, non-government and nonprofit civil society organization based in South Sudan. WRO prime motto is restoring women hope in crisis. In 2017 a group of women educated, dynamic and like-minded women in South Sudan, got together to establish an organization, for addressing the most urgent and pressing needs of the women and children of South Sudan. True to this spirit the organization was named Women Relief Organisation (WRO).
Considering this organization with the humanitarian relief assistances, the group was cognizant of the plethora of problems plaguing the province. Consequently, the organization’s focus was not kept limited either in terms of geography or sector. Whilst operating in different states of the province, WRO has been carrying a range of interventions in the areas of education, health & hygiene, youth & women empowerment, emergency response & preparedness, governance, free legal aid, human rights, etc.
The type of activities undertaken by the organization range from capacity building to service delivery, with focus remaining on the deprived and marginalized segments of the society. Whereas in terms of operations what characterizes WRO’s functioning are its efforts to (a) enlist involvement of the locals when initiating activities at the grass root level; and (b) mobilize women for bringing peace, tolerance, and development in society.
Although a somewhat new entry in the development arena, WRO owing to the linkages of its members with national & international funding agencies enjoys a diverse portfolio, characterized by partnership with organizations like USAID, UN-FAO, UN-Habitat, UN-WOMEN, Ministry of Human Rights & Rural Development Department, Government of South Sudan, South Sudan Education Foundation.
Mission Statement
Through humanitarian assistance for relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction, WRO carries out advocacy and training programs on SRHR, HIV & gender justice, strengthens the public understanding on women human sexual+ rights, the relationship between sexuality, development and social justice.
Vision
To provide humanitarian assistance for relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction, with particular focus on women sexual & reproductive health rights, livelihood, empowerment leadership and development.
Goal
The goal of WRO is to contribute in improving the living standard of the vulnerable communities of South Sudan through community mobilization, capacity building, advocacy & strengthening of institutions at the grass root level.
Strategy
A sustainable strategy is devised to achieve the maximum, a need based and right based approach initiated ascertains the problem with fully community involvement and mobilizing all indigenous and local resources. The program goal are materialized with a helping hand from members donor agencies, Philanthropists
Thematic Programme / Areas of Focus
Overall Objective
The overall development objective of (WRO) is enhanced ability in the target communities to tackle their own economic, social and environmental problems for sustainable community development.
Influenced by the new development paradigm, which puts people before things, WRO follows a participatory approach in every sphere of its work. The traditional knowledge of the rural poor is valued and respected, and there is confidence that rural people are capable of self-reliant organization. On a practical level, the fundamental thrust of this approach is decentralization and empowerment.
For a community to be able to work for its own development and reduce its dependency there is a need for full involvement at all stages of the development cycle. The participation of communities in identification, planning, management, implementation and evaluation of projects is a key factor in WRO work. Internally a participatory approach is adopted in managing the affairs of WRO.
Externally, WRO role as a “change agent” helps to develop community management structures that are capable of managing their own development. This increases the ability of the community to demand accountability in all their affairs, from leaders and officials. It reinforces the community's belief in the value of their own development choices and efforts. These community management structures are not parallel structures, but are built upon traditional institutions, promoting equitable representation and participation
Human resource development is an essential part of our development work. This means ensuring that the community is trained and skilled, as well as organized, to maximize the potential of the community to take hold of its own development.
WRO strongly believes in maximizing its impact by transferring field experiences into knowledge to influence the development policies and practices of NGOs, donors and government agencies. This is important for working towards the long-term goal of eradicating poverty.
Approach
During the process of social mobilization, WRO adopted a participatory, self-help, self-sustainable approach through community involvement and formation of volunteer groups in remote rural areas of Baluchistan
Philosophy
Sustainable rural development is a dynamic process posing various needs at different phases of time. These can be dealt with continuous interventions based on designed frameworks that incorporate the requirements projected by the communities and with the help of the communities by strategizing for public-private partnership.
Scope of Work
WRO has strong linkages with major NGOs and funding agencies working in South Sudan. It has undertaken initiatives in South Sudan through collaboration with local CBOs and activists. WRO enjoys a rich experience of working in the diverse socio-cultural environment of South Sudan and an extensive networking with the State & Provincial Governments, civil society institutions, media and political parties.
Organizational Values
TRUE: Ensuring transparency at all levels of our work
PROFICIENCY : Providing creative expertise and strong commitment
SOLIDARITY: Within our NGO and with the people we aim to support
JUSTICE: Within our NGO as well as in society
INTEGRITY: To act according to the values we wish to promote
FLEXIBILITY: Showing our willingness to change and learn
Considering this organization with the humanitarian relief assistances, the group was cognizant of the plethora of problems plaguing the province. Consequently, the organization’s focus was not kept limited either in terms of geography or sector. Whilst operating in different states of the province, WRO has been carrying a range of interventions in the areas of education, health & hygiene, youth & women empowerment, emergency response & preparedness, governance, free legal aid, human rights, etc.
The type of activities undertaken by the organization range from capacity building to service delivery, with focus remaining on the deprived and marginalized segments of the society. Whereas in terms of operations what characterizes WRO’s functioning are its efforts to (a) enlist involvement of the locals when initiating activities at the grass root level; and (b) mobilize women for bringing peace, tolerance, and development in society.
Although a somewhat new entry in the development arena, WRO owing to the linkages of its members with national & international funding agencies enjoys a diverse portfolio, characterized by partnership with organizations like USAID, UN-FAO, UN-Habitat, UN-WOMEN, Ministry of Human Rights & Rural Development Department, Government of South Sudan, South Sudan Education Foundation.
Mission Statement
Through humanitarian assistance for relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction, WRO carries out advocacy and training programs on SRHR, HIV & gender justice, strengthens the public understanding on women human sexual+ rights, the relationship between sexuality, development and social justice.
Vision
To provide humanitarian assistance for relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction, with particular focus on women sexual & reproductive health rights, livelihood, empowerment leadership and development.
Goal
The goal of WRO is to contribute in improving the living standard of the vulnerable communities of South Sudan through community mobilization, capacity building, advocacy & strengthening of institutions at the grass root level.
Strategy
A sustainable strategy is devised to achieve the maximum, a need based and right based approach initiated ascertains the problem with fully community involvement and mobilizing all indigenous and local resources. The program goal are materialized with a helping hand from members donor agencies, Philanthropists
Thematic Programme / Areas of Focus
- Health
- WASH
- Youth Empowerment
- Education
- Community Physical Infrastructures
- Emergency Response and Preparedness
- Women Empowerment
- Free Legal Aid and Education
- Democracy
Overall Objective
The overall development objective of (WRO) is enhanced ability in the target communities to tackle their own economic, social and environmental problems for sustainable community development.
- To provide humanitarian assistance for relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction during and post emergencies in recognition of women welfares of the affected population.
- To provide social support. guidance counseling, and legal aid to women reportedly or allegedly involved in criminal cases either in police/ judicial custody or facing problems of domestic violence.
- To raise awareness on the status of women and empower them to lead community actions that promotes equality and justice for all.
- To build alliances with men and other networks working for the promotion of women and children empowerment and emancipation.
- To work for the eradication of injustices from the society by promoting measures for the provision of speedy justice to common man, irrespective of gender, color, creed, ethnicity, race etc with special focus on disadvantaged group.
- To achieve justice by empowering individuals, protect fundamental rights, strengthen communities and create opportunities through advocacy, education, collaboration and litigation.
- To conduct coordinate, facilitate, organize training courses for staff, associates, beneficiaries of the society, development agencies. Legal fraternity, governmental bodies and other stakeholders etc.
- To support, establish and maintain institutions and centers for the guidance and help of victims and affected persons who had suffered/suffering at the altar of our judicial system.
- To sponsor women welfares programs, projects, aid and to take steps and other necessary measures directly or indirectly to provide assistance to the disadvantage groups in recognition of basic Human Rights needs and demands, as enunciated in the Constitution of South Sudan for the common citizen of the country
- To conduct research studies for legal reforms and wider dissemination regarding Women welfares situation in South Sudan.
Influenced by the new development paradigm, which puts people before things, WRO follows a participatory approach in every sphere of its work. The traditional knowledge of the rural poor is valued and respected, and there is confidence that rural people are capable of self-reliant organization. On a practical level, the fundamental thrust of this approach is decentralization and empowerment.
For a community to be able to work for its own development and reduce its dependency there is a need for full involvement at all stages of the development cycle. The participation of communities in identification, planning, management, implementation and evaluation of projects is a key factor in WRO work. Internally a participatory approach is adopted in managing the affairs of WRO.
Externally, WRO role as a “change agent” helps to develop community management structures that are capable of managing their own development. This increases the ability of the community to demand accountability in all their affairs, from leaders and officials. It reinforces the community's belief in the value of their own development choices and efforts. These community management structures are not parallel structures, but are built upon traditional institutions, promoting equitable representation and participation
Human resource development is an essential part of our development work. This means ensuring that the community is trained and skilled, as well as organized, to maximize the potential of the community to take hold of its own development.
WRO strongly believes in maximizing its impact by transferring field experiences into knowledge to influence the development policies and practices of NGOs, donors and government agencies. This is important for working towards the long-term goal of eradicating poverty.
Approach
During the process of social mobilization, WRO adopted a participatory, self-help, self-sustainable approach through community involvement and formation of volunteer groups in remote rural areas of Baluchistan
Philosophy
Sustainable rural development is a dynamic process posing various needs at different phases of time. These can be dealt with continuous interventions based on designed frameworks that incorporate the requirements projected by the communities and with the help of the communities by strategizing for public-private partnership.
Scope of Work
WRO has strong linkages with major NGOs and funding agencies working in South Sudan. It has undertaken initiatives in South Sudan through collaboration with local CBOs and activists. WRO enjoys a rich experience of working in the diverse socio-cultural environment of South Sudan and an extensive networking with the State & Provincial Governments, civil society institutions, media and political parties.
Organizational Values
- Integrity
- Honesty
Respect for individual - Participation in communal activities
- Transparency in all transactions
- Accountability to all the actions/deeds performed by an individual
- Creativity
- Cost efficiency
- Gender sensitivity
TRUE: Ensuring transparency at all levels of our work
PROFICIENCY : Providing creative expertise and strong commitment
SOLIDARITY: Within our NGO and with the people we aim to support
JUSTICE: Within our NGO as well as in society
INTEGRITY: To act according to the values we wish to promote
FLEXIBILITY: Showing our willingness to change and learn
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New Report Shows 2.2 Million Children are Out of School in South Sudan
At least 2.2 million children in South Sudan are not receiving an education representing one of the highest rates of out-of-school children in the world, according to a new report produced through the Global Initiative on Out-of-School Children. Years of conflict, displacement and economic collapse continue to deprive children of education, harming the future of the country.
The report was authored jointly by the UNESCO Institute for Statistics, the Ministry of General Education and Instruction of South Sudan, and UNESCO, with financial support provided by the Global Partnership for Education and UNICEF.
The study marks a first for the country. It warns that in just two years the number of children out of school will increase by another 200,000, to 2.4 million, if conditions in the country remain unchanged.
The situation facing girls at all ages is particularly alarming. About 60% of 7-year-old girls are not in school. The gender gap widens with age: while 10.6% of boys were in secondary school at age 16, this was the case for only 1.3% of 16-year-old girls.
The study also found that in addition to the large number of out-of-school children in South Sudan, up to 86% of learners are at least five years over age for their grade – meaning that a learner in primary grade 1 (official entrance age 5 years) may be 10 years old or older. This proves to be a significant challenge especially for older learners, where their needs are to obtain as quickly as possible the skills to provide a livelihood for themselves and their families.
There are many challenges for children in South Sudan to attend schools, Women Relief Organisation is building schools, work to encourage girls to go to school and train more teachers to retain and attract students.
The countrywide study calls for greater investments in improved education data to allow for evidence-based education activities and further profiling of out-of-school children, while stressing the importance of functional schools with clean water, books, trained teachers and a safe learning environment free from conflict.
At least 2.2 million children in South Sudan are not receiving an education representing one of the highest rates of out-of-school children in the world, according to a new report produced through the Global Initiative on Out-of-School Children. Years of conflict, displacement and economic collapse continue to deprive children of education, harming the future of the country.
The report was authored jointly by the UNESCO Institute for Statistics, the Ministry of General Education and Instruction of South Sudan, and UNESCO, with financial support provided by the Global Partnership for Education and UNICEF.
The study marks a first for the country. It warns that in just two years the number of children out of school will increase by another 200,000, to 2.4 million, if conditions in the country remain unchanged.
The situation facing girls at all ages is particularly alarming. About 60% of 7-year-old girls are not in school. The gender gap widens with age: while 10.6% of boys were in secondary school at age 16, this was the case for only 1.3% of 16-year-old girls.
The study also found that in addition to the large number of out-of-school children in South Sudan, up to 86% of learners are at least five years over age for their grade – meaning that a learner in primary grade 1 (official entrance age 5 years) may be 10 years old or older. This proves to be a significant challenge especially for older learners, where their needs are to obtain as quickly as possible the skills to provide a livelihood for themselves and their families.
There are many challenges for children in South Sudan to attend schools, Women Relief Organisation is building schools, work to encourage girls to go to school and train more teachers to retain and attract students.
The countrywide study calls for greater investments in improved education data to allow for evidence-based education activities and further profiling of out-of-school children, while stressing the importance of functional schools with clean water, books, trained teachers and a safe learning environment free from conflict.
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Reaching rural communities with medical services in South Sudan
Increasing availability and access to the health care system in South Sudan has proved to be a challenging task for government organizations and the international community. According to the Ministry of Health (MoH), only 25% of the population of South Sudan has regular access to health facilities.
Seventy percent of deaths in South Sudan are caused by curable diseases such as malaria, respiratory tract infections and diarrhea. The country also has one of the highest maternal and child mortality rates in the world. Decades of armed conflict that ended with the creation of the world's youngest nation in 2011 and the conflict that erupted two years after independence, have significantly affected the development of the country. This includes national health care services that are presently supported heavily by international donors and organizations.
Organizations supporting health services face difficulties in terms of access, security, and logistical challenges, to mention a few problems, aggravated by the armed conflict. In 2016, 100 organizations were working in the health sector in the country, by mid-2018, no more than 20 are present.
Today, Women Relief Organisation works in primary health care supporting 7 clinics in South Sudan after being forced to close three clinics in June as a consequence of armed clashes, leaving people in the surrounding area without medical services. With its Primary Health Care program, WRO seeks to reach people who could die due to common and treatable diseases. Women Relief Organisation supplies medicines and equipment and renovates medical facilities where needed.
Training of health workers is also central to Women Relief Organisation approach. This includes a nine month training program for community health workers giving them the knowhow to run a small health facility under the supervision of the County. This training ensures that the personnel are capable of carrying out diagnosis and treatment of basic diseases. The supported primary health care clinics serve as a catalyst for community health support with the goal of increasing the resilience of local communities towards health and to influence health behavior. At the same time, Women Relief Organisation also trains midwives in an effort to reduce maternal and child mortality and provides them with delivery kits.
Referring patients from a primary health care clinic to a County hospital is challenging as access to secondary hospital services is a major problem. It is estimated that only 10% of people can reach a hospital within 24 hours. In emergency cases like an obstructed labor, a Caesarean section needs to be performed within three hours to avoid irrevocable harm to baby and mother. The problem of access is aggravated by poor quality roads which make travelling long and arduous.
Women Relief Organisation in South Sudan also supports four hospitals to provide emergency surgery for weapon wounded, offers mental health and psychosocial support, and provides nutritional supplement in 6 detention facilities. The WRO also evacuates people wounded in armed violence by air from remote places to the hospitals it supports. In addition, two Physical Rehabilitation Program (PRP) Centers in Juba and Torit provide treatment and artificial limbs (upper and lower) to people with disabilities. Since January 2018, the Women Relief Organisation performed 316 air medical evacuations.
In South Sudan, clinics are often forced to close because of fighting, while others have been completely destroyed or looted. "Health facilities and personnel must be respected. Attacks on health care workers and destruction or looting of health structures leaves thousands of people without access to vital health services. Starting all over again every time a hospital is rendered inoperable takes resources that can be used to build more hospitals.
Highlights of our work in South Sudan between January and June 2018.
Distributed monthly household food rations to 2,230 people improved access to safe drinking water to 2,730 people Evacuated 216 people wounded in armed confrontations Provided antenatal consultations for 6,100 women and safe deliveries for 1,200 women Improved living conditions for 2,100 detainees in six Central Prisons Facilitated 29,200 phone calls between family members separated by the conflict.
We encourage to support Women Relief Organisation South Sudan to allow us implements our programs.
Increasing availability and access to the health care system in South Sudan has proved to be a challenging task for government organizations and the international community. According to the Ministry of Health (MoH), only 25% of the population of South Sudan has regular access to health facilities.
Seventy percent of deaths in South Sudan are caused by curable diseases such as malaria, respiratory tract infections and diarrhea. The country also has one of the highest maternal and child mortality rates in the world. Decades of armed conflict that ended with the creation of the world's youngest nation in 2011 and the conflict that erupted two years after independence, have significantly affected the development of the country. This includes national health care services that are presently supported heavily by international donors and organizations.
Organizations supporting health services face difficulties in terms of access, security, and logistical challenges, to mention a few problems, aggravated by the armed conflict. In 2016, 100 organizations were working in the health sector in the country, by mid-2018, no more than 20 are present.
Today, Women Relief Organisation works in primary health care supporting 7 clinics in South Sudan after being forced to close three clinics in June as a consequence of armed clashes, leaving people in the surrounding area without medical services. With its Primary Health Care program, WRO seeks to reach people who could die due to common and treatable diseases. Women Relief Organisation supplies medicines and equipment and renovates medical facilities where needed.
Training of health workers is also central to Women Relief Organisation approach. This includes a nine month training program for community health workers giving them the knowhow to run a small health facility under the supervision of the County. This training ensures that the personnel are capable of carrying out diagnosis and treatment of basic diseases. The supported primary health care clinics serve as a catalyst for community health support with the goal of increasing the resilience of local communities towards health and to influence health behavior. At the same time, Women Relief Organisation also trains midwives in an effort to reduce maternal and child mortality and provides them with delivery kits.
Referring patients from a primary health care clinic to a County hospital is challenging as access to secondary hospital services is a major problem. It is estimated that only 10% of people can reach a hospital within 24 hours. In emergency cases like an obstructed labor, a Caesarean section needs to be performed within three hours to avoid irrevocable harm to baby and mother. The problem of access is aggravated by poor quality roads which make travelling long and arduous.
Women Relief Organisation in South Sudan also supports four hospitals to provide emergency surgery for weapon wounded, offers mental health and psychosocial support, and provides nutritional supplement in 6 detention facilities. The WRO also evacuates people wounded in armed violence by air from remote places to the hospitals it supports. In addition, two Physical Rehabilitation Program (PRP) Centers in Juba and Torit provide treatment and artificial limbs (upper and lower) to people with disabilities. Since January 2018, the Women Relief Organisation performed 316 air medical evacuations.
In South Sudan, clinics are often forced to close because of fighting, while others have been completely destroyed or looted. "Health facilities and personnel must be respected. Attacks on health care workers and destruction or looting of health structures leaves thousands of people without access to vital health services. Starting all over again every time a hospital is rendered inoperable takes resources that can be used to build more hospitals.
Highlights of our work in South Sudan between January and June 2018.
Distributed monthly household food rations to 2,230 people improved access to safe drinking water to 2,730 people Evacuated 216 people wounded in armed confrontations Provided antenatal consultations for 6,100 women and safe deliveries for 1,200 women Improved living conditions for 2,100 detainees in six Central Prisons Facilitated 29,200 phone calls between family members separated by the conflict.
We encourage to support Women Relief Organisation South Sudan to allow us implements our programs.
Team
"Restoring Women Hope in Crisis
Odong Walter
Program MAnager
+211916330132
Abalo Beatrice
Executive Direct
Contact: +211925695599
